International Medical Graduate/ Volunteer/ Intern in New York

At Essen Health Care, we care for that! 

As the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in the Bronx, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and under-served residents of New York State. Guided by a Population Health model of care, Essen has five integrated clinical divisions offering urgent care, primary care, and specialty services, as well as nursing home staffing and care management. Founded in 1999, our over 20-year commitment has fueled an unwavering dedication toward innovating a better healthcare delivery system. Essen has expanded from a single primary care office to an umbrella organization offering specialties from women’s health to endocrinology, from psychiatry to a vast array of other specialties. All clinical services are offered via telehealth or in-person at over 35 medical offices and at home through the Essen House Calls program. 

Essen Health Care is the place Where Care Comes Together! We are looking for the most talented and effective individuals to join our rapidly growing company. With over 1,100 employees and 400+ Practitioners, we care for over 250,000 patients annually in New York City and beyond. From medical providers to administration & operational staff, there is a career here for you. Join our team today!

Position Title: International Medical Graduate/ Volunteer/ Intern in New York

This program/position is tailored for IMGs seeking US Clinical Experience (USCEs). This program does not provide a salary/stipend. We provide a visa invite letter but we do not sponsor any type of visas.

There is also a fee to join the program. To join for 8 weeks, it is $250. To join for 12 weeks, it is $300.

• Can commit a minimum of 8 weeks, Monday to Friday, 9 to 5 PM. 
• Shadow/Observe and assist the providers in day to day task such as taking notes, assisting in history taking and physical examination
• Perform a variety of tasks to help around the clinic/office assigned by supervisors/providers
• Review journals and relevant patient cases
• Join meetings, presentations, and conferences
• Present an educational topic for the IMG community 
• Participate in food drives and patient screenings in different locations in the Bronx
• Attend IMG events hosted by NYREACH
• Responsible to work throughout the various divisions in the New York City area
• Receive a certificate of completion for volunteer work and a letter of recommendation with Essen Healthcare and NYREACH letterhead based on performance. 

There are 2 start dates monthly. Once accepted, you will be assigned a start date based on your availability/preference.

For available specialties, please refer to the image below. Other specialties might be available, just email us at volunteers@nyreach.org to inquire.

• Medical Diploma, Graduated from a foreign medical school 
• USMLE Steps not required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Passion to help others and ensure patients are receiving proper care
• Willing to dedicate time to serve the underserved populations of New York
• Willing to commute in the Bronx and different assigned locationsm
• Team player with adequate clinical knowledge
• Must be comfortable with EMR navigation preferably e-Clinical works
• Computer savvy/ Excel, Adobe, Word, PowerPoint
• Vaccine certificates for Hepatitis B, MMR, Varicella, and COVID-19
• PPD test results within 2 years
• Must be able to stay in New York city and arrange own flights, accommodations, and expenses.

Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.